Recap: Coding.Waterkant November Meetup – AI Frontiers

On November 20th, we gathered for another inspiring evening at our Coding.Waterkant Meetup, exploring cutting-edge AI topics and celebrating milestones in our community. While the winter chill in Kiel might have kept some indoors, the discussions were as warm and engaging as ever!

Jan Steinkühler: Bottom-up synthetic biology and bio-inspired computing: A perfect match?

Jan Steinkühler from Kiel University led us on a deep dive into the intersection of membrane biophysics, synthetic biology, and bio-inspired neuromorphic computing. He highlighted how principles from biological systems, such as cell membranes and the human brain, are inspiring the development of groundbreaking technologies. Jan's talk left us in awe of the innovative possibilities when machine learning meets natural systems.

Jeremy von Winckelmann: Building the Backbone - Overview of Cloud and Hardware Solutions for Model Training and Inference

Jeremy from FH Kiel brought the infrastructure side of AI into focus with a practical guide on the hardware and cloud solutions needed for training and deploying machine learning models. His tips and insights were a goldmine for anyone looking to optimize their AI workflows, whether you're tinkering at home or scaling up in a professional setting.

Celebrating Achievements: Degree Certificate Awards

A highlight of the evening was recognizing the hard work and achievements of our latest cohort of opencampus.sh Machine Learning Degree participants. Seeing their smiles and sharing their success made it a truly special moment.

Networking with Pizza and Drinks

Of course, no Coding.Waterkant Meetup would be complete without the post-talk mingling over delicious pizza and drinks. This informal time remains a favorite, sparking collaborations and friendships that extend beyond the event.

Save the Date: Christmas Meetup on December 18th

Our next meetup promises to be a festive highlight! Join us for a cozy evening featuring:
🎉 ML Trivia Pub Quiz – Test your AI knowledge in a fun, interactive quiz.
🍕 Homemade Pizza – Straight from the oven to your plate.

Mark your calendars and bring your AI-loving friends – it’s going to be a night to remember!

Register here: Coding.Waterkant Meetup

Thank you to everyone who joined us in November.